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Current Affairs June 2023

Rohit Jawa appoints as MD and CEO of Hindustan Unilever

Rohit Jawa took charges as the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of FMCG major Hindustan Unilever Ltd (HUL). Jawa has replaced Sanjiv Mehta who retired on Monday after the company’s annual general meeting.
Mehta handed over the baton to Jawa, who was appointed as an Additional Director and CEO-Designate from April 1, from the close of business hours on June 26. Mehta was at the helm for almost a decade and was with the company for more than 30 years.

Indian-Origin Satellite Industry Expert Aarti Holla-Maini Appointed as Director of UNOOSA

Aarti Holla-Maini, a highly accomplished expert in the satellite industry of Indian origin, has been selected by United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres as the Director of the United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA) in Vienna.
Her appointment follows the tenure of Simonetta Di Pippo from Italy. The primary objective of UNOOSA is to promote global collaboration in the peaceful exploration and utilization of outer space, as well as the effective application of space science and technology to foster sustainable economic and social progress.

Tata Technologies, SBFC Finance, and Gandhar Oil Refinery IPOs Approved by SEBI

Capital markets regulator SEBI (Securities and Exchange Board of India) has granted approval for the IPO of Tata Technologies, a subsidiary of Tata Motors.
This development marks the first public issue from the Tata group since Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) in July 2004. Tata Technologies, SBFC Finance, and Gandhar Oil Refinery are set to list their shares on the BSE and NSE.

8th Edition of the World’s Largest Urban Cleanliness Survey Begins

The field assessment of Swachcha Survekshan 2023 is going to be launched by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Assessment from 1st July 2023. As a part of Swachcha Bharat Mission, urban cleanliness survey is based on cleanliness of public spaces and toilets, feedback of residents and the performance of municipalities in waste collection, segregation and processing.
Swachcha Survekshan 2023- Mera Sheher, Meri Pehechan is the 8th annual edition ranking released on the basis of cleanliness of the cities by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Assessment .

India’s first hydrogen-powered train to run from Jind district, Haryana

In a significant step towards embracing sustainable transportation, India is poised to launch its first-ever hydrogen-powered train. Hydrogen trains, which rely on fuel cells to convert hydrogen and oxygen into electricity, offer a clean and environmentally friendly alternative to traditional diesel trains.
This groundbreaking initiative marks a promising stride in India’s efforts to reduce carbon emissions and combat pollution.

Rajya Sabha MP Hardwar Dubey passes away

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) senior leader and Rajya Sabha member from Uttar Pradesh Hardwar Dubey passed away. He was a sitting MP elected to the Rajya Sabha in November 2020.
The late Dubey, 74, was also elected as a member of Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly from Agra Cantonment assembly segment in 1990s and served as a minister in the Kalyan Singh ministry in 1991.
The late Dubey, who was closely associated with the Sangh parivaar and its affiliate Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) was made state spokesperson and vice-president of the BJP in 2011 and 2013 respectively, before being elevated as a Rajya Sabha member.

A book titled ‘The Yoga Sutra for Children’ by Roopa Pai

After her award-winning bestselling book ‘The Gita for Children’, author Roopa Pai’s upcoming children’s book will unravel the secrets of Patanjali’s 2,000-year-old text on Yoga.
‘The Yoga Sutras for Children’, published by Hachette India, aims to connect and relate the practice of Yoga to children’s everyday lives and helps them use their mind power to bring out the best in themselves.

World MSME Day 2023: Date, Theme, Significance and History

International  Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Day or World MSME Day is observed every year on 27th June all over the world to highlight the significance of MSMEs and how they play a crucial role in being the backbone of the country’s economy.
The theme MSME Day 2023 in India is “Future-ready MSMEs for India@100.” The Global Council for the Promotion of International Trade is also celebrating the day with “Building a Stronger Future Together” theme of this year.

8th Global Pharmaceutical Quality Summit 2023 Concludes in Mumbai

The 8th Global Pharmaceutical Quality Summit 2023 held in Mumbai garnered attention due to the presence of Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, Union Minister for Chemicals and Fertilisers and Health & Family Welfare.
His address highlighted India’s significant role as a global pharmacy during the COVID-19 pandemic and emphasized the importance of quality, research and development, and innovation in the pharmaceutical industry.

Times Asia Rankings 2023: IISc Tops Among Indian Universities

In the recently released Asia University Rankings 2023 by Times Higher Education (THE), the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) has emerged as the leading university in India. The rankings highlight the performance and reputation of universities across Asia.
India has made a notable presence in the rankings, with a total of 18 universities featured among the top 200 in Asia. These institutions showcase the growing prominence of Indian higher education on the global stage.

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Current Affairs June 2023

Rohit Jawa appoints as MD and CEO of Hindustan Unilever

Indian-Origin Satellite Industry Expert Aarti Holla-Maini Appointed as Director of UNOOSA

Tata Technologies, SBFC Finance, and Gandhar Oil Refinery IPOs Approved by SEBI

8th Edition of the World’s Largest Urban Cleanliness Survey Begins

India’s first hydrogen-powered train to run from Jind district, Haryana

Rajya Sabha MP Hardwar Dubey passes away

A book titled ‘The Yoga Sutra for Children’ by Roopa Pai

World MSME Day 2023: Date, Theme, Significance and History

8th Global Pharmaceutical Quality Summit 2023 Concludes in Mumbai

Times Asia Rankings 2023: IISc Tops Among Indian Universities

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